| − | '''Hanoi''' is the capital of [[Vietnam]], as well as the focal point of trade, industry, and politics for most of Vietnam's last 1,000 years. | + | '''Hanoi''' is the capital of [[Vietnam]], as well as the focal point of trade, industry, and politics for most of Vietnam's last 1,000 years. It was the capital of French Indochina in 1902–1939 and in 1945-1954. Hanoi was the capital of North Vietnam (1954-1975). |
| − | Like many cities in East Asia, Hanoi is a melange of a 3,000 year old culture with a bustling modern city. Ancient [[art]], [[architecture]], and religious works can be seen throughout the city along side modern coffee cafes, internet hubs, and sports complexes. | + | Like many cities in East Asia, Hanoi is a melange of a 3,000 year old culture with a bustling modern city. Ancient [[art]], [[architecture]], and religious works can be seen throughout the city alongside cafés, internet hubs, and sports complexes. |